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Microsoft Reveals Windows Setting to Safely Remove USB Drives and Prevent Data Loss
Winsage
June 30, 2026

Microsoft Reveals Windows Setting to Safely Remove USB Drives and Prevent Data Loss

Removing a USB drive from a port without using the “safely remove” option is generally acceptable on many Windows computers, depending on the policy for the external device. Microsoft provides two main options for removable drives: quick removal and better performance. Under the quick removal policy, users can disconnect the device without the “Safely Remove Hardware” process, although this may reduce system performance. Since Windows 10 version 1809, quick removal has been the default policy for external devices. However, users must ensure that all operations, such as copying or formatting, are completed before removal. The better performance policy requires users to use the safe removal option to prevent data loss, as it allows write caching. Failing to do so increases the risk of data loss if the drive is disconnected while Windows is still processing writes. The highest risk of data loss occurs when the drive is removed while Windows or an application is engaged in file operations. The safe removal icon serves as a confirmation that the drive is not in use, helping to prevent accidental ejection during active processes. Users can check the flash drive policy by accessing the device properties in Disk Management. The chosen setting may persist upon reconnection to the same computer port, leading to different experiences for users with similar drives. To minimize data loss, it is recommended to wait for operations to finish and use safe removal when uncertain about the drive's status.
Set up a new workstation with these All-in-One Windows Copilot+ PC deals up to $400 off at Best Buy
Winsage
June 30, 2026

Set up a new workstation with these All-in-One Windows Copilot+ PC deals up to $400 off at Best Buy

Best Buy is offering discounts on all-in-one (AIO) PCs, including models with Intel's Core 300-series processors. Notable deals include: - HP OmniStudio 27-inch FHD Touchscreen AIO PC with Ryzen AI 7 445, 16GB RAM, 1TB storage for ,219.99 (Reg. ,620) - HP OmniStudio X 27-inch QHD AIO with Core Ultra 7 356H, 16GB RAM, 1TB storage for ,520 (Reg. ,920) - HP OmniStudio X 27-inch 4K UHD AIO with Core Ultra 7, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD for ,300 (Reg. ,550) - Dell 27-inch 2K IPS touchscreen AIO with Core Ultra 7 3 355, 16GB RAM, 1TB storage for ,450 (Reg. ,660) - Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 27-inch 2K IPS LCD touchscreen with Core Ultra 7 355, 16GB RAM, 1TB storage for ,460 (Reg. ,700) - HP OmniStudio X 27-inch QHD AIO with Core Ultra 5 325, 16GB RAM, 512GB for ,100 (Reg. ,390) The HP OmniStudio AIO PC is available for ,219.99, down from ,620, featuring a 27-inch Full HD touchscreen, AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 processor, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage. It includes Copilot+ support and AMD Radeon 840M integrated graphics.
Microsoft reveals why Windows 11 keeps saying a file is in use after you close the app, plus the fix
Winsage
June 30, 2026

Microsoft reveals why Windows 11 keeps saying a file is in use after you close the app, plus the fix

The 'file in use' error in Windows indicates that a file is currently being accessed by a program, preventing deletion or renaming to avoid data corruption. This error can persist even after closing an application due to reasons such as antivirus software scanning the file, network references from other devices, or files loaded as Dynamic Link Libraries (DLLs) that remain in memory. To identify the process causing the error, Mark Russinovich developed the command-line tool Handle, which shows all open file handles, and Process Explorer, which provides a graphical interface to find and manage these handles. Microsoft is integrating Sysinternals tools into PowerToys for easier access, including the File Locksmith tool that allows users to unlock files directly. A recommended workaround for the error is to rename the file instead of deleting it, as Windows permits renaming even when a file is open.
Bypassed Windows 11 shows surprising stability on ancient, completely unsupported hardware
Winsage
June 30, 2026

Bypassed Windows 11 shows surprising stability on ancient, completely unsupported hardware

Windows 11 has elevated system requirements, necessitating four times the memory and storage for AI-driven applications. It can technically run on a minimum of 4GB of memory, but current hardware pricing is challenging due to a silicon shortage affecting various memory types. A retro hardware enthusiast named Omores installed Windows 11 on a DDR1-based system using an ASRock ConRoe865PE motherboard, Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 processor, 3GB of DDR1 RAM, and an ATI Radeon HD 4650 AGP graphics card. He overcame the lack of AGP support in Windows 11 by using legacy drivers, achieving satisfactory performance for older applications and games. However, Windows 11 version 24H2 requires SSE4.2 CPU instructions, which are not supported by processors from the AGP era, making version 23H2 the last compatible release for such systems.
Android 17's best new features
BetaBeacon
June 29, 2026

Android 17’s best new features

Bubbles enable better multitasking on mobile devices by allowing users to turn apps into floating windows that can be moved and resized.
Today’s best Android app deals and freebies: TLOTS, My Cozy Island, Hitman Sniper, Defenchick, more
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

Today’s best Android app deals and freebies: TLOTS, My Cozy Island, Hitman Sniper, Defenchick, more

A selection of Android game and app deals includes titles such as White Room, TLOTS: Gold Edition, My Cozy Island, Hitman Sniper, Unreal Life, and Defenchick: Tower Defense. Best Buy is holding its annual 4th of July sale with discounts on Android phones, televisions, appliances, and more. Windows Copilot+ PCs have price reductions of up to 0, the Galaxy S26 Ultra has cuts of up to 0, and all Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 models are discounted by 0.
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